YAYS Concierged Boutique Apartments: Oostenburgergracht 006

Blending a historical setting with a modern vibe, this delightful studio apartment offers a sophisticated base in Amsterdam’s authentic east.

Inhabiting a monumental building in a former shipbuilding district, the lodging grants a welcome escape from the tourist masses, allowing you to experience typical Amsterdam life in all its incessant charm. Compact yet thoughtfully arranged to maximise the available space, this cosy residence appears bright and contemporary and supplies all the essentials for a pleasant Dutch adventure.

Unwind after a busy day on the comfy sofa and enjoy a relaxing evening in front of the flatscreen TV. The accompanying kitchen and dining table encourages the affordable alternative of home cooking, with the nearby local market providing a great range of produce for concocting mouth-watering dishes throughout your stay. Reachable through a short staircase, the elevated sleeping area includes a snug double bed and storage cupboards. Finally, the tasteful bathroom concludes the interior with a sink, toilet and shower.

Adorning the Eastern Islands and overlooking a typically picturesque canal, this Amsterdam accommodation is superbly positioned for enjoying the best of the Dutch capital. Primarily residential, the surrounding neighbourhood boasts a fascinating history, which can be discovered at the nearby National Maritime Museum, and supplies a range of local amenities to keep you satisfied throughout your stay.

For tasty Thai cuisine at great value, try Siam Thais Eetcafe just 150 metres from your doorstep or venture further south to Elkaar for a memorable culinary experience. Food fanatics should sample the tantalising produce at the Dappermarkt, a popular permanent market highly recommended for its vast variety and bustling ambience. Other worthwhile sights within easy reach include the captivating Tropenmuseum, the pioneering Micropia and the Gooyer Windmill, home to the delightful microbrewery, Brouwerij ’t IJ. Amsterdam’s principal transport hub of Central Station can be accessed by bus in less than fifteen minutes, which grants swift admission to all four corners of the city and beyond.